Manufacturing & production

Manufacturing engineer

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER.

woonsocket, rhode island

Posted 2 days ago

Closes 1/31/2027 Job details Summary Spherion

$90,000 - $120,000 per year

Permanent

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Industry

manufacturing & production (Production Occupations)

Reference number

S_181232

Spherion is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, quality, safety, productivity, and on-time performance. This position will support precision metal fabrication and mechanical assembly operations while working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency and product quality. The Manufacturing Engineer will use expertise in product design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling, production equipment, assembly methods, and quality standards to identify opportunities for improvement and resolve manufacturing challenges. This role reports directly to company leadership and has the authority to stop work when necessary to address safety or manufacturing concerns.

Responsibilities:

company values of quality, honesty, fairness, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Program CNC turret punches and generate flat layouts for sheet metal parts and mechanical assemblies using CAD/CAM software.

Create CNC programs from blueprints and 3D models while meeting specified dimensions and tolerances.

Review drawings, blueprints, and 3D models for engineering changes and update programs as needed. ...

Document critical manufacturing details such as grain direction, hardware color coding, and symmetry on office and shop floor prints.

Design and create original blueprints for new projects and custom engineering applications.

Collaborate with Sales, Estimating, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Production teams during new product development.

Audit job tickets for revision levels, dates, quantities, material specifications, and job setup accuracy.

Improve production processes to reduce scrap and maximize raw material utilization.

Troubleshoot equipment and production processes to improve machine uptime and workforce productivity.

Analyze engineering drawings and manufacturing plans for potential failure modes and recommend practical solutions.

Review repeat-job routings and manufacturing notes to identify and correct recurring production issues.

Support sheet metal fabrication processes, including CNC turret punching, press brake forming, hardware insertion, resistance welding, and MIG/TIG welding.

Implement lean manufacturing practices and engineering improvements to reduce waste, delays, and operating costs.

Calculate laser processing times, blank dimensions, and material yields for cost estimating.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe engineering work environment.

Identify production bottlenecks and safety concerns and communicate issues to management.

Participate in corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Make independent engineering decisions based on manufacturing best practices and customer quality requirements.

Maintain current technical knowledge through continuing education, industry publications, professional networks, and manufacturing improvement programs.

Exercise stop-work authority when an immediate safety or manufacturing concern is identified.

Working hours:

8:00 AM - 5:00

PM Skills:

Experience specifically in precision sheet metal fabrication or precision machining.

Experience programming CNC turret punches.

Experience with SolidWorks, Creo, Mastercam, or similar CAD/CAM platforms.

Experience with JobBOSS or Job

BOSS2 ERP

systems.

Knowledge of press brake forming and sheet metal bend calculations.

Experience with resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and TIG welding.

Experience with laser cutting and material yield optimization.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.

Experience with mechanical assembly processes.

Experience supporting new product development and custom engineering projects.

Experience with manufacturing cost estimating, including processing times and material utilization.

Famili Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more

key responsibilities company values of quality, honesty, fairness, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Program CNC turret punches and generate flat layouts for sheet metal parts and mechanical assemblies using CAD/CAM software.

Create CNC programs from blueprints and 3D models while meeting specified dimensions and tolerances.

Review drawings, blueprints, and 3D models for engineering changes and update programs as needed.

Document critical manufacturing details such as grain direction, hardware color coding, and symmetry on office and shop floor prints.

Design and create original blueprints for new projects and custom engineering applications.

Collaborate with Sales, Estimating, Purchasing, Quality Control, and Production teams during new product development.

Audit job tickets for revision levels, dates, quantities, material specifications, and job setup accuracy.

Improve production processes to reduce scrap and maximize raw material utilization.

Troubleshoot equipment and production processes to improve machine uptime and workforce productivity.

Analyze engineering drawings and manufacturing plans for potential failure modes and recommend practical solutions.

Review repeat-job routings and manufacturing notes to identify and correct recurring production issues.

Support sheet metal fabrication processes, including CNC turret punching, press brake forming, hardware insertion, resistance welding, and MIG/TIG welding.

Implement lean manufacturing practices and engineering improvements to reduce waste, delays, and operating costs.

Calculate laser processing times, blank dimensions, and material yields for cost estimating.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe engineering work environment.

Identify production bottlenecks and safety concerns and communicate issues to management.

Participate in corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Make independent engineering decisions based on manufacturing best practices and customer quality requirements.

Maintain current technical knowledge through continuing education, industry publications, professional networks, and manufacturing improvement programs.

Exercise stop-work authority when an immediate safety or manufacturing concern is identified. experience 1-4 years skills Experience specifically in precision sheet metal fabrication or precision machining.

Experience programming CNC turret punches.

Experience with SolidWorks, Creo, Mastercam, or similar CAD/CAM platforms.

Experience with JobBOSS or Job

BOSS2 ERP

systems.

Knowledge of press brake forming and sheet metal bend calculations.

Experience with resistance spot welding, MIG welding, and TIG welding.

Experience with laser cutting and material yield optimization.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.

Experience with mechanical assembly processes.

Experience supporting new product development and custom engineering projects.

Experience with manufacturing cost estimating, including processing times and material utilization.

Familiarity with failure mode analysis and corrective action processes. qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related Engineering field OR equivalent hands-on manufacturing/fabrication experience.

Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.

Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and 3D models.

Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.

Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and manufacturing processes.

Knowledge of flat pattern development, bend deductions, tonnage calculations, and tooling selection.

Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and production processes.

Ability to analyze manufacturing problems and develop practical solutions.

Knowledge of quality control principles and manufacturing specifications.

Ability to communicate technical information clearly with production and cross-functional teams.

Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and make sound engineering decisions.

Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office or comparable productivity software. education Bachelors share this job.

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